Spurs Sports & Entertainment

The Event Manager will be positioned as a vital part of The Rock at La Cantera Programming department and will be a leader within the department, within their peer group and in the organization. The ideal candidate for this position should have a fervent passion for events, complex problem-solving skills, and a commitment to excellence. The Event Manager will be tasked with managing the various events that take place at The Rock at La Cantera Campus, to include the Frost Plaza. A commitment to high level results will be reflected in quality relations with guests, facility tenants, vendors, and event promoters as well as effective business practices conducive to the general mission, goals, objectives, and values of The Rock at La Cantera. The eligible candidate will serve and work with a diverse group of important clients and contact at all levels. Independent judgment and a high level of communication are required to plan, prioritize, and organize a diversified workload.

What You'll Do:

• Plans, organizes, coordinates and directs all activities and personnel engaged in the functions of building and facility operations, security & parking, fan operations, and event services.
• Manage resources and staff to coordinate and plan for all needs of assigned events including but not limited to: advancing event needs with both internal and external clients, staffing requirements, event resources and logistics, AutoCAD drawings, contracts, event estimates and settlements; thoroughly vetting event requirements while ensuring adherence to all appropriate regulations and policies.
• Serve as the primary liaison from load in to load out for all aspects of assigned events. Apply independent judgement in evaluating situations and issues, develop solutions, and make decisions related to management of the event. Inform and follow-up with all internal and external contacts on requested needs and last-minute changes.
• Inspect and evaluate property readiness in preparation for events held at the Frost Plaza and the Rock at La Cantera; follow up with internal/external contacts on any requested needs or last-minute changes.
• Works within event budget to plan, staff appropriately, and source event needs. Can analyze and explain variances and report results to the Director of Programming. Maintains databases of information used in budgeting events.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Maintains and verifies that records are kept up-to-date including: concert promoter pack, contracts, event briefs, pre/post event inspections/reports and the event settlement file to ensure proper and timely coordination of events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Who You Are:

• Minimum of (3-5) years of experience in event management in districts, planned communities, arena, convention center, stadium or other public assembly facility setting.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in business, facility management, event management, hospitality management, marketing or related field.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; tenacious work ethic and strong written/verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate ability to manage multiple events and priorities with minimal oversight, organize and prioritize and to promptly react to difficult situations using judgement and decision-making skills.
• Comfortable with tight time schedules and flexible and creative when dealing with last minute requests and changes with events.
• Must be able to complete projects on schedule with a minimum amount of supervision and direction.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects and events simultaneously but still be a part of a team, assisting co-workers, managers and coordinators as needed.
• Must have a flexible schedule and the ability to work long hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must have the physical ability to work both inside and outside at The Rock during all seasons of the year and possible extreme weather conditions.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Windows and Office Suite is required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand/sit/walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift/push/pull 30 lbs. on a regular basis.
• This role is based in San Antonio - 20% of the job duties can be performed remotely, 80% of the work performed onsite as needed or based on event load.